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Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (4990) Price & Analysis

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4990 Stock Chart & Stats

¥480.00

¥5.00(1.11%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥480.00

¥5.00(1.11%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥452.00 - ¥590.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume5.70K

Average Volume (3M)4.78K

Market Cap

¥5.18B

Enterprise Value¥4.43B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥2.97B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥2.28B

Price to Earnings (P/E)8.5

Beta0.28

Next Earnings

Aug 14, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield2.01%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)58.67

Shares Outstanding11,979,000

10 Day Avg. Volume5,100

30 Day Avg. Volume4,780

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio0.17

Price to Book (P/B)0.59

Price to Sales (P/S)0.59

P/FCF Ratio12.62

Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A

Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A

Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A

Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A

Forecast

1Y Price TargetN/A

Price Target UpsideN/A

Rating ConsensusN/A

Number of Analyst Covering0

EPS Forecast (FY)N/A

Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Balance Sheet ImprovementMaterial deleveraging to ~0.36 D/E and an expanded equity base materially enhance financial flexibility. A stronger balance sheet supports capital allocation, cyclical resilience, and capacity to fund investments or weather downturns without needing urgent external financing.

Consistent Cash GenerationPersistent positive operating and free cash flow provide a durable internal funding source for capex, dividends and debt reduction. Reliable cash conversion underpins long-term solvency and reduces dependence on capital markets during stress periods.

Stable Gross MarginsSustained ~30–32% gross margins indicate durable product-level pricing power or favorable mix typical of specialty chemicals. That structural margin buffer helps absorb input inflation and supports operating profitability when volumes or prices fluctuate.

Bears Say

Weakening ProfitabilityA multi-year decline in net margin erodes earnings resilience and reduces returns on capital. If driven by rising costs or lower pricing, it can persistently compress ROE and limit retained earnings available for reinvestment or shareholder returns.

Revenue Volatility / FY2026 RiskA projected sharp revenue drop for FY2026 signals volatile demand or pricing risk that can undermine EBITDA and cash flow. Revenue instability complicates forecasting, weakens negotiating leverage with suppliers/customers, and stresses margin sustainability.

Uneven Free Cash Flow ConversionInconsistent FCF relative to earnings indicates earnings-to-cash conversion risk and operational working-capital swings. This variability can limit reliable reinvestment, constrain payout policy, and force intermittent external financing despite reported profits.

4990 FAQ

What was Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥452.00 and its highest was ¥590.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥5.18B.

When is Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 14, 2026 which is in 17 days.

How were Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 15, 2026. The company reported ¥6.16 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥6.16.

Is Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥3 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.01%. See more information on Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. dividends here

What is Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. have?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. has 11,979,000 shares outstanding.

What happened to Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥6.16 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -6.286%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4990

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Company Description

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.

Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. specializes in the production and distribution of diatomite and perlite filter aids, marketed under its Radiolite trademark and the Topco brand (notably in China), with operations extending across China and Japan. These specialized filtering agents serve to purify liquids and gases by efficiently removing particulate matter, and they are also integral to various liquid filtration applications. Additionally, the company provides a range of functional additives used in industries such as coatings, agricultural chemicals, and other industrial product formulations. Founded in 1930, Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. maintains its corporate headquarters in Tokyo, Japan.